British Columbia has conducted a new draw through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program, issuing at least 156 invitations.
The March 5 draw saw invitations issued in five different categories.
A general draw, which included tech occupations, saw 54 invitations issued through five BC PNP streams for skilled workers and international graduates. Minimum scores ranged from 99 to 126 points.
In a targeted draw, 32 invitations were issued to skilled workers and international graduates scoring at least 70 points in a draw targeting childcare workers.
Construction workers received 30 invitations with a minimum score of 80.
A draw targeted at healthcare workers saw 39 invitations issued to skilled workers and international graduates, with a minimum score of 70 points.
Finally, a draw aimed at veterinary care workers saw ‘less than 5’ invitations issued, again with a minimum score of 70. It was listed as ‘less than 5’ to protect the identity of those invited.
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General Draw
| Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued | Description |
| 05-03-24 | Skilled Worker | 126 | 54 | General draw (includes tech occupations) |
| Skilled Worker – EEBC | 126 | |||
| International Graduate | 126 | |||
| International Graduate – EEBC | 126 | |||
| Entry Level and Semi-Skilled | 99 |
Targeted Draw
| Date | Category | Minimum Score | Invitations Issued | Description |
| 05-03-24 |
Skilled Worker, International Graduate |
70 | 32 | Childcare |
| 80 | 30 | Construction | ||
| 70 | 39 | Healthcare | ||
| 70 | <5 | Veterinary care |
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